A leading authority on international standards is currently seeking an individual to provide policy advice on issues concerning the UK exit from the EU, with a focus on standards and regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide advice and guidance to UK authorities on the impact of Brexit on the regulatory and standards setting environment;
- Conduct the necessary research and analytical work on the standards and regulation interrelationship;
- Provide the necessary insight and advice on upcoming Brexit negotiations internally and contribute to UK government negotiations as appropriate;
- Work with a variety of contacts within the UK and across Europe.
Required knowledge, skills and experience:
- Significant experience of providing advice and guidance on technical regulation;
- A strong understanding of the impact of EU and UK regulation;
- Ideally, knowledge of WTO rule, regulations and standards;
- Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to quickly understand complex and unfamiliar information;
- Demonstrable experience of working with UK and EU institutions.